Balilingin (en. To be heard)

/ba-li-li-ngin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of attracting attention from a sound or voice.
Make your voice heard so everyone can listen.
Balilingin ang iyong tinig upang marinig ng lahat.
The process of hearing a message or information.
Listen to the messages on the radio to stay updated.
Balilingin ang mga mensahe sa radyo para maging updated.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Everyone should be heard.
All should be listened to or noticed.
Dapat balilingin ang lahat.

Related Words

speaking
The activity of expressing or delivering a message through words.
pagsasalita
listening
The activity of receiving or understanding the sounds or messages given to you.
pakikinig

Slang Meanings

To change one's mind or decision.
Why are you going to flip-flop? It seems like you've already made a decision.
Bakit ka balilingin? Mukhang nakapagdecide ka na eh.
To be uncertain or hesitate.
Don't flip-flop, just go ahead with your plan!
Huwag ka nang balilingin, ituloy mo na yung plano mo!
Like going around in circles with decisions.
He always flip-flops in discussions.
Siya lagi na lang balilingin sa mga usapan.